UPSC Editorials Quiz : 2 March 2026

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements about the formation of tropical storms: High humidity and ocean temperatures above 26°C are necessary for the formation of tropical storms. The interaction between evaporating warm water and a mass of cold air leads to the formation of clouds and a low-pressure column. As the pressure in the eye of the storm increases, the speed of the surrounding winds increases. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: B Statement 1 is correct; high humidity and ocean temperatures above 26°C are essential factors in the formation of tropical storms. These conditions provide the necessary heat and moisture to fuel the storm. Statement 2 is also correct; the process begins with the evaporation of warm water, which rises and interacts with cooler air, forming clouds and creating a low-pressure column at the center of the developing storm. Statement 3 is incorrect because, as the pressure in the eye of the storm decreases (not increases), the speed of the surrounding winds increases. This intensification of wind speed around the low-pressure eye is a defining characteristic of tropical storms. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is correct; high humidity and ocean temperatures above 26°C are essential factors in the formation of tropical storms. These conditions provide the necessary heat and moisture to fuel the storm. Statement 2 is also correct; the process begins with the evaporation of warm water, which rises and interacts with cooler air, forming clouds and creating a low-pressure column at the center of the developing storm. Statement 3 is incorrect because, as the pressure in the eye of the storm decreases (not increases), the speed of the surrounding winds increases. This intensification of wind speed around the low-pressure eye is a defining characteristic of tropical storms.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements about the formation of tropical storms:

• High humidity and ocean temperatures above 26°C are necessary for the formation of tropical storms.

• The interaction between evaporating warm water and a mass of cold air leads to the formation of clouds and a low-pressure column.

• As the pressure in the eye of the storm increases, the speed of the surrounding winds increases.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: B

Statement 1 is correct; high humidity and ocean temperatures above 26°C are essential factors in the formation of tropical storms. These conditions provide the necessary heat and moisture to fuel the storm.

Statement 2 is also correct; the process begins with the evaporation of warm water, which rises and interacts with cooler air, forming clouds and creating a low-pressure column at the center of the developing storm.

Statement 3 is incorrect because, as the pressure in the eye of the storm decreases (not increases), the speed of the surrounding winds increases. This intensification of wind speed around the low-pressure eye is a defining characteristic of tropical storms.

Solution: B

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements about the State Election Commissions (SECs): SECs were established under the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments. SECs prepare a separate voter list for local body elections. SECs can remove political parties from their registration in state-level elections. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: A Statement 1 is correct as the SECs were established under the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments to conduct elections for Panchayats and Municipalities. Statement 3 is also correct as SECs have the authority to register and deregister political parties in state elections. Statement 2 is incorrect since SECs do not prepare a separate voter list; they use the ECI’s voter list with modifications for local elections. Incorrect Solution: A Statement 1 is correct as the SECs were established under the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments to conduct elections for Panchayats and Municipalities. Statement 3 is also correct as SECs have the authority to register and deregister political parties in state elections. Statement 2 is incorrect since SECs do not prepare a separate voter list; they use the ECI’s voter list with modifications for local elections.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements about the State Election Commissions (SECs):

• SECs were established under the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments.

• SECs prepare a separate voter list for local body elections.

• SECs can remove political parties from their registration in state-level elections.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: A

Statement 1 is correct as the SECs were established under the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments to conduct elections for Panchayats and Municipalities.

Statement 3 is also correct as SECs have the authority to register and deregister political parties in state elections.

Statement 2 is incorrect since SECs do not prepare a separate voter list; they use the ECI’s voter list with modifications for local elections.

Solution: A

Statement 1 is correct as the SECs were established under the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments to conduct elections for Panchayats and Municipalities.

Statement 3 is also correct as SECs have the authority to register and deregister political parties in state elections.

Statement 2 is incorrect since SECs do not prepare a separate voter list; they use the ECI’s voter list with modifications for local elections.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding the differences between cheetahs, leopards, and jaguars: Cheetahs have solid black spots, while leopards and jaguars have rosettes. Jaguars have a stronger bite force compared to cheetahs and leopards, enabling them to crush the skulls of their prey. Leopards have a relatively larger head compared to cheetahs and jaguars. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: B Statement 1 is correct; cheetahs have solid black spots on their coat, which is distinct from the rosettes found on leopards and jaguars. Statement 2 is also correct; jaguars are known for having the strongest bite force among big cats, which allows them to bite directly through the skulls of their prey, a trait not shared by cheetahs or leopards. Statement 3 is incorrect; leopards have a relatively smaller and more angular head compared to jaguars, which have a larger, rounded head. Cheetahs have a small, rounded head with distinctive tear marks, which help them in hunting during the day. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is correct; cheetahs have solid black spots on their coat, which is distinct from the rosettes found on leopards and jaguars. Statement 2 is also correct; jaguars are known for having the strongest bite force among big cats, which allows them to bite directly through the skulls of their prey, a trait not shared by cheetahs or leopards. Statement 3 is incorrect; leopards have a relatively smaller and more angular head compared to jaguars, which have a larger, rounded head. Cheetahs have a small, rounded head with distinctive tear marks, which help them in hunting during the day.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the differences between cheetahs, leopards, and jaguars:

• Cheetahs have solid black spots, while leopards and jaguars have rosettes.

• Jaguars have a stronger bite force compared to cheetahs and leopards, enabling them to crush the skulls of their prey.

• Leopards have a relatively larger head compared to cheetahs and jaguars.

How many of the above statements are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: B

Statement 1 is correct; cheetahs have solid black spots on their coat, which is distinct from the rosettes found on leopards and jaguars.

Statement 2 is also correct; jaguars are known for having the strongest bite force among big cats, which allows them to bite directly through the skulls of their prey, a trait not shared by cheetahs or leopards.

Statement 3 is incorrect; leopards have a relatively smaller and more angular head compared to jaguars, which have a larger, rounded head. Cheetahs have a small, rounded head with distinctive tear marks, which help them in hunting during the day.

Solution: B

Statement 1 is correct; cheetahs have solid black spots on their coat, which is distinct from the rosettes found on leopards and jaguars.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Which of the following reports are published by the National Statistics Office (NSO): Index of Industrial Production (IIP) Annual Survey of Industries (ASI) Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Consumer Confidence Survey (CCS) Select the correct answer code: (a) 1 and 2 (b) 1, 2, and 3 (c) 1, 3, and 4 (d) All of the above Correct Solution: B The Index of Industrial Production (IIP), ASI, and PLFS are published by NSO. The Consumer Confidence Survey (CCS) is conducted by the RBI, not NSO. About National Statistics Office (NSO) What is NSO? NSO is India’s premier statistical body under the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI). It is responsible for conducting surveys, data collection, and statistical analysis for economic and social indicators. Established In Formed in 2019, after merging the Central Statistics Office (CSO) and National Sample Survey Office (NSSO). Chaired By The Secretary, MoSPI, heads the NSO. Organizational Structure Survey Division: Conducts household and enterprise surveys. Economic Division: Estimates national income, inflation, and industrial production. Field Operations Division: Collects data from households and businesses. Functions & Powers Conducts large-scale surveys, including National Sample Surveys (NSS), Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), and Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES). Publishes GDP data, Consumer Price Index (CPI), and Index of Industrial Production (IIP). Provides statistical inputs for government policies and economic planning. Ensures data accuracy, transparency, and compliance with global statistical standards. Incorrect Solution: B The Index of Industrial Production (IIP), ASI, and PLFS are published by NSO. The Consumer Confidence Survey (CCS) is conducted by the RBI, not NSO. About National Statistics Office (NSO) What is NSO? NSO is India’s premier statistical body under the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI). It is responsible for conducting surveys, data collection, and statistical analysis for economic and social indicators. Established In Formed in 2019, after merging the Central Statistics Office (CSO) and National Sample Survey Office (NSSO). Chaired By The Secretary, MoSPI, heads the NSO. Organizational Structure Survey Division: Conducts household and enterprise surveys. Economic Division: Estimates national income, inflation, and industrial production. Field Operations Division: Collects data from households and businesses. Functions & Powers Conducts large-scale surveys, including National Sample Surveys (NSS), Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), and Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES). Publishes GDP data, Consumer Price Index (CPI), and Index of Industrial Production (IIP). Provides statistical inputs for government policies and economic planning. Ensures data accuracy, transparency, and compliance with global statistical standards.

#### 4. Question

Which of the following reports are published by the National Statistics Office (NSO):

• Index of Industrial Production (IIP)

• Annual Survey of Industries (ASI)

• Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS)

• Consumer Confidence Survey (CCS)

Select the correct answer code:

• (a) 1 and 2

• (b) 1, 2, and 3

• (c) 1, 3, and 4

• (d) All of the above

Solution: B

The Index of Industrial Production (IIP), ASI, and PLFS are published by NSO.

The Consumer Confidence Survey (CCS) is conducted by the RBI, not NSO.

About National Statistics Office (NSO)

What is NSO?

• NSO is India’s premier statistical body under the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI).

• It is responsible for conducting surveys, data collection, and statistical analysis for economic and social indicators.

Established In

• Formed in 2019, after merging the Central Statistics Office (CSO) and National Sample Survey Office (NSSO).

Chaired By

• The Secretary, MoSPI, heads the NSO.

Organizational Structure

• Survey Division: Conducts household and enterprise surveys.

• Economic Division: Estimates national income, inflation, and industrial production.

• Field Operations Division: Collects data from households and businesses.

Functions & Powers

• Conducts large-scale surveys, including National Sample Surveys (NSS), Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), and Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES).

• Publishes GDP data, Consumer Price Index (CPI), and Index of Industrial Production (IIP).

• Provides statistical inputs for government policies and economic planning.

• Ensures data accuracy, transparency, and compliance with global statistical standards.

Solution: B

The Index of Industrial Production (IIP), ASI, and PLFS are published by NSO.

The Consumer Confidence Survey (CCS) is conducted by the RBI, not NSO.

About National Statistics Office (NSO)

What is NSO?

• NSO is India’s premier statistical body under the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI).

• It is responsible for conducting surveys, data collection, and statistical analysis for economic and social indicators.

Established In

• Formed in 2019, after merging the Central Statistics Office (CSO) and National Sample Survey Office (NSSO).

Chaired By

• The Secretary, MoSPI, heads the NSO.

Organizational Structure

• Survey Division: Conducts household and enterprise surveys.

• Economic Division: Estimates national income, inflation, and industrial production.

• Field Operations Division: Collects data from households and businesses.

Functions & Powers

• Conducts large-scale surveys, including National Sample Surveys (NSS), Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), and Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES).

• Publishes GDP data, Consumer Price Index (CPI), and Index of Industrial Production (IIP).

• Provides statistical inputs for government policies and economic planning.

• Ensures data accuracy, transparency, and compliance with global statistical standards.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) and its functions: SIPRI is an intergovernmental organization under the United Nations that tracks global arms transfers and military expenditure. SIPRI publishes the “Trends in International Arms Transfers” report, which provides an analysis of major arms exporters and importers. SIPRI’s research focuses solely on arms trade and does not include nuclear disarmament or geopolitical conflicts. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: B Statement 1 is incorrect – SIPRI is an independent research institute, not a UN-affiliated body. It was established in 1966 in Sweden. Statement 2 is correct – SIPRI publishes the “Trends in International Arms Transfers” report to track major exporters and importers of arms. Statement 3 is incorrect – SIPRI’s research covers arms trade, nuclear disarmament, conflicts, and international security. Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) What is SIPRI? SIPRI is an independent international institute focused on research in conflict, armaments, arms control, and disarmament. Establishment Founded in 1966 in Stockholm, Sweden. Functions & Significance Analyzes trends in global arms trade and their impact on international security. Monitors military spending of nations and their strategic implications. Provides data-driven insights for policymakers on global defence dynamics. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is incorrect – SIPRI is an independent research institute, not a UN-affiliated body. It was established in 1966 in Sweden. Statement 2 is correct – SIPRI publishes the “Trends in International Arms Transfers” report to track major exporters and importers of arms. Statement 3 is incorrect – SIPRI’s research covers arms trade, nuclear disarmament, conflicts, and international security. Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) What is SIPRI? SIPRI is an independent international institute focused on research in conflict, armaments, arms control, and disarmament. Establishment Founded in 1966 in Stockholm, Sweden. Functions & Significance Analyzes trends in global arms trade and their impact on international security. Monitors military spending of nations and their strategic implications. Provides data-driven insights for policymakers on global defence dynamics.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) and its functions:

• SIPRI is an intergovernmental organization under the United Nations that tracks global arms transfers and military expenditure.

• SIPRI publishes the “Trends in International Arms Transfers” report, which provides an analysis of major arms exporters and importers.

• SIPRI’s research focuses solely on arms trade and does not include nuclear disarmament or geopolitical conflicts.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: B

Statement 1 is incorrect – SIPRI is an independent research institute, not a UN-affiliated body. It was established in 1966 in Sweden.

Statement 2 is correct – SIPRI publishes the “Trends in International Arms Transfers” report to track major exporters and importers of arms.

Statement 3 is incorrect – SIPRI’s research covers arms trade, nuclear disarmament, conflicts, and international security.

Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI)

What is SIPRI?

• SIPRI is an independent international institute focused on research in conflict, armaments, arms control, and disarmament.

Establishment

• Founded in 1966 in Stockholm, Sweden.

Functions & Significance

• Analyzes trends in global arms trade and their impact on international security.

• Monitors military spending of nations and their strategic implications.

• Provides data-driven insights for policymakers on global defence dynamics.

Solution: B

Statement 1 is incorrect – SIPRI is an independent research institute, not a UN-affiliated body. It was established in 1966 in Sweden.

Statement 2 is correct – SIPRI publishes the “Trends in International Arms Transfers” report to track major exporters and importers of arms.

Statement 3 is incorrect – SIPRI’s research covers arms trade, nuclear disarmament, conflicts, and international security.

Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI)

What is SIPRI?

• SIPRI is an independent international institute focused on research in conflict, armaments, arms control, and disarmament.

Establishment

• Founded in 1966 in Stockholm, Sweden.

Functions & Significance

• Analyzes trends in global arms trade and their impact on international security.

• Monitors military spending of nations and their strategic implications.

• Provides data-driven insights for policymakers on global defence dynamics.

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